Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A breed of pony: A stocky, hardy breed of pony originating from the Exmoor area in England, characterized by a distinctive mealy (fawn-colored) muzzle and a robust build.
   • A breed of sheep: A horned breed of sheep native to Devon, England, particularly valued for the quality of its mutton.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (Pony):
  • The children learned to ride on a gentle Exmoor.
  • The Exmoor is one of the oldest and purest native British pony breeds.
• Proper noun (Sheep):
  • The farmer raises Exmoors for their excellent mutton.
  • The Exmoor sheep are well-adapted to the harsh moorland conditions.

Advanced Usage

• "Exmoor pony": The full, specific term for the breed of pony.
  • The conservation status of the Exmoor pony is a subject of concern.
• "Exmoor sheep": The full, specific term for the breed of sheep.
  • The wool from Exmoor sheep is used for traditional tweeds.

Variants and Related Words

• Exmoor (as a geographical location): A national park and area of moorland in southwestern England, which is the namesake origin for both the pony and sheep breeds. (Note: This is a distinct, related usage of the same proper noun).
  • We went hiking on Exmoor last weekend.

Synonyms

• Pony breed: Moorland pony, native British pony.
• Sheep breed: Horned sheep, Devon sheep.

Related Phrases

• "of Exmoor type": Describing an animal that has the characteristics typical of the Exmoor breed.
  • The small, hardy horse was of Exmoor type.

Noun

1. stocky breed of pony with a fawn-colored nose
2. horned sheep of Devon; valued for mutton